Motorbike rider trapped under tractor after accident

A motorbike rider escaped with injuries that could have been a lot worse after being thrown off the bike and under a tractor where they became trapped.

24.10.2012

(ADW) A motorbike rider escaped with injuries that could have been a lot worse after being thrown off the bike and under a tractor where they became trapped.

The incident happened in Kockelscheuer when the motorbike following a tractor, failed to brake until the last moment and the rider attempted to turn away. In doing so he lost control and was thrown off the bike, before sliding under the tractor and becoming completely trapped.

Local firefighters arrived and managed to free the man, who was reported to be injured although just how seriously is not known.

While the motorcyclist was being freed, traffic on the road was brought to a complete standstill.